Designer Susan Ferrier mixes a neutral color palette with a few bold gestures to create a Zen-like home.

High-Contrast Neutrals in an Alabama Living Room

High-Contrast Neutrals in an Alabama Living Room

In the living room of an Alabama townhouse, designer Susan Ferrier created a rich tapestry of high-contrast neutrals—deep browns, pale beiges, and taupes. In here and in all rooms except the master bedroom, walls and trim are painted in Benjamin Moore's Abingdon Putty. Instead of using a coffee table, Ferrier arranged cream tree stumps from Bungalow Classic's Petrified Wood Collection and a black one from South of Market so the view of the fireplace wouldn't be blocked. Photograph of a Dutch girl by Jack Spencer.

Demilune Console in an Alabama Abode

Demilune Console in an Alabama Abode

In the living/dining area, a demilune console is slipcovered in a fabric that blends with the linen curtainsa trick Susan Ferrier uses to unify small spaces. The nailhead Elliot chair and metallic Redondo gourd lamps are from Bungalow Classic.